LPN - Emergency Department

Sentara Health•Woodbridge, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency Department! Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center - Woodbridge, VA Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department ~Full Time and Swing Shift~ Monday-Thursday, 12:00pm-10:00pm 40 hours/week The Emergency Department is seeking a LPN to work in the focused care side of the ED (not acute care). Overview The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to designated clinical practice setting in the delivery of direct patient care, adhering to the level of verified competency dictated by the site specific program. The LPN works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support and communicate effectively with other licensed independent practitioners (Physicians, NP, PA) in collaboration while providing care and treatment for patients, clinical support and teaching for patient and family members, and adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice. LPN manages responsibilities of workload with accuracy, provides excellence in customer service, performs testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care. The LPN serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease. The work of the LPN may be performed in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, or private homes. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center’s Emergency Department is a 37-bed facility that sees a wide range of acute and emergent diagnoses. Recently designated as a Level III Trauma Center, we see a multitude of traumatic injuries that require emergent stabilization. Also a certified Primary Stroke Center, we were recently awarded with the Get With the Guidelines Gold Plus Award for Stroke Care—the highest award a hospital can receive. We pride ourselves on being able to care for anyone and anything that comes through our door. From pediatric to geriatric patients and every age in between—we specialize in respiratory, cardiac, septic, and behavioral health alike. If working in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment along awesome teammates is exciting to you—come join our amazing ED family!

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
A valid LPN license in state(s) of practice is required.
Education TS- Trade School Graduate – Licensed Practical Nurse Certification/Licensure Virginia LPN license

Nice To Haves

Previous LPN experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

delivery of direct patient care
providing care and treatment for patients
clinical support and teaching for patient and family members
manages responsibilities of workload with accuracy
provides excellence in customer service
performs testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care
serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met